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Rock Springs East

Escondido, California, 92026

1 BedroomFrom $900

2 BedroomsFrom $1,150

Eagles Point

Escondido, California, 92027

Studio/1 Bedroom$795 - $925

2 Bedrooms$1,095 - $1,150

Alta Vista

Escondido, California, 92026

1 Bedroom$1,145

2 Bedrooms$1,385 - $1,515

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Summit Rose Apartments

Escondido, California, 92025

1 Bedroom$830

2 Bedrooms$995

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Escondido apartments are cleverly laid out near city parks and appealing during all four seasons - among Escondido's nice and far flung neighborhoods you will find the ideal apartment for you and your family. Soon you will have no trouble at all getting around like a local in Escondido, your new city!

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Escondido Apartment Rental Market

Household Income

Household Income	City	State	City Compared to State
Less than $10,000	6.8%	8.4%	-1.6%
$10,000 to $14,999	5.8%	5.6%	+0.2%
$15,000 to $19,999	6.9%	5.6%	+1.3%
$20,000 to $24,999	7.2%	5.8%	+1.4%
$25,000 to $29,999	7.4%	5.7%	+1.7%
$30,000 to $34,999	6.8%	5.7%	+1.1%
$35,000 to $39,999	5.8%	5.4%	+0.4%
$40,000 to $44,999	5.6%	5.2%	+0.4%
$45,000 to $49,999	5.2%	4.6%	+0.6%
$50,000 to $59,999	9.6%	8.6%	+1.0%
$60,000 to $74,999	10.7%	10.6%	+0.1%
$75,000 to $99,999	10.4%	11.5%	-1.1%
$100,000 to $124,999	5.5%	6.8%	-1.3%
$125,000 to $149,999	2.6%	3.6%	-1.0%
$150,000 to $199,999	2.3%	3.3%	-1.0%
$200,000 or more	1.6%	3.6%	-2.0%

Cost of Living

Share of Household Income Spent on Rent	City	State	City Compared to State
Less than 10.0%	4.1%	4.8%	-0.7%
10.0% to 14.9%	7.3%	9.8%	-2.5%
15.0% to 19.9%	13.5%	13.6%	-0.1%
20.0% to 24.9%	13.3%	13.1%	+0.2%
25.0% to 29.9%	11.7%	11.0%	+0.7%
30.0% to 34.9%	9.1%	8.2%	+0.9%
35.0% to 39.9%	7.5%	5.9%	+1.6%
40.0% to 49.9%	8.5%	8.0%	+0.5%
50.0% or more	21.7%	20.2%	+1.5%
Not computed	3.5%	5.4%	-1.9%

Age Demographic of Renters

Age Demographic of Renters	City	State	City Compared to State
15 to 24 years	10.3%	9.6%	+0.7%
25 to 34 years	28.6%	29.3%	-0.7%
35 to 44 years	24.7%	25.8%	-1.1%
45 to 54 years	14.4%	16.5%	-2.1%
55 to 64 years	7.2%	8.0%	-0.8%
65 to 74 years	5.3%	5.3%	+0.0%
75 to 84 years	6.0%	4.0%	+2.0%
85 years and over	3.6%	1.6%	+2.0%

Travel Time to Work

Travel Time to Work	City	State	City Compared to State
Less than 30 minutes	30.7%	30.9%	-0.2%
30 to 44 minutes	28.2%	24.5%	+3.7%
45 to 59 minutes	15.7%	13.8%	+1.9%
60 or more minutes	25.5%	30.8%	-5.3%

Source: 2000 Census

Escondido, California

Escondido is one of the oldest cities in San Diego County, and has a population of about 130,000 people. Its name means ‘hidden' and it lies in a shallow valley surrounded by rocky ridges. Once a rich agricultural valley, the land has given way to upscale development, and the area is considered some of the prime real estate in Southern California. Know, when searching for your Escondido apartment, that if you live in the central area near the medical center, the area is very walkable, but as with most Southern California cities, it is highly car-centric for all around transportation.

Lakes, Lakes and Lakes

Speaking of the downtown area, it is highly revitalized and the real center of all the action. There's a great museum, civic center and arts center along with a high concentration of shops and restaurants. There's a wild animal park which is a sister facility to the world famous San Diego Zoo, and you'll also find the three large lakes in Escondido will provide numerous opportunities for all sorts of recreational pursuits.And with San Diego a mere thirty miles away, you'll have the best of both small town and big city lifestyles.

French Delight

Your Escondido apartment will no doubt be near any number of good restaurants as fine ones are very easy to find, but there are a few you might want to try while getting settled. Delight of France is a fine place to have breakfast or lunch. It's actually some of the best French bistro cuisine anywhere and has very reasonable prices. It's a store front with easy parking and shouldn't be missed. Filippi's, which is just down the block, is a four star pizzeria too. For Mexican food, don't miss Lourdes which provides great cuisine especially their desserts. Escondido has a variety of ethnic cuisines as well as seafood places so you'll end up finding whatever you want.

Casinos or Beer

At night, you've got choices of casinos in Valley Center. These hotel casinos now can compete with Vegas for big acts and entertainment. On a smaller scale, R.O'Sullivan's or Smokey's Lake are both great smaller bars with some live entertainment and a wealth of friendly people. You'll want a local watering hole once in your Escondido apartment, of course, but these are good starters. Also, the Stone Brewing World Bistro is a good venue for beer lovers and sitting by an outdoor fire place.

Average Apartment Rent in Escondido, California

# Bedrooms	Jan	Dec	Nov	3 Month % change
Studio	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
1 Bed	$1,144	$1,101	$1,114	2.7%
2 Bed	$1,325	$1,304	$1,314	0.8%
3 Bed	N/A	$1,736	$1,736	0%

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Escondido Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in Escondido have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In November the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Escondido apartment cost $1,114. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Escondido apartment was $1,314 in November. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in November was $1,736. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Escondido rentals listed below.

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Are there big sporting events that people in Escondido enjoy attending?
While there are no big sporting events that take place in Escondido proper, the city is located just north of San Diego where sports fans can find a plethora of exciting sporting events and venues. Qualcomm Stadium is home to NFL team the San Diego Chargers and also hosts two annual college bowl games. Local Major League Baseball team the San Diego Padres play at local Petco Park. Additionally, the San Diego Sports Arena hosts an array of sporting events from basketball and ice hockey to indoor soccer and boxing matches. For the local golf enthusiasts, San Diego's Torrey Pines Golf Course was home to the 2008 US Open Golf Championship, and hosts the annual Buick International Tournament on the PGA Tour.
Does Escondido have any famous museums or exhibitions?
The Mingei (meaning "art of the people") International Museum is a local Escondido cultural hotspot with over 17,500 objects from 141 countries. Art exhibits include everything from ancient clay vessels to 21st century hand-blown venetian glass. The California Center for the Arts is also located in Escondido and boasts two theaters, art and education studios, and a museum showcasing regional art as well as traveling exhibitions. This mutli-discipline arts complex also features several free community events throughout the year.
Is Escondido famous for any kind of restaurant or food in particular? What's the local favorite?
Like any city in Southern California, many restaurants in Escondido feature fresh local produce and, based on its proximity to the coast, seafood. Cuisine from around the world is widely available in Escondido, and there is a heavy Mexican influence. Cenote Grill, Tacos Alex, and Lourdes are just a few of the favorite Mexican spots in the city. For barbeque fare, Fat Ivor's Rib Rack reopened after burning down in 2003 and continues to serve pit-smoked pork and beef ribs to enthusiastic locals.
What kinds of job opportunities are available in Escondido?
Escondido's employed work in a range of industries. Out of the city's workforce, which numbers about 64,000, 15 percent work in educational, health care and social services; 13 percent in retail trade; 13 percent in construction; and 12 percent in professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management services. Another 11 percent works in arts, entertainment, recreation, and accommodation and food services; 11 percent in manufacturing; and 11 percent in other services. Palomar Palomar Medical Center is by far the largest employer in Escondido with 2,664 residents working under its wing. After that comes the Escondido Union School District (1,795), the City of Escondido (1,075), Escondido Union High School District (715), North County Transit District (484), ARS National Services (439), Nordstrom (418), Ne-Mo's Bakery (352), Palomar College (340), and The Home Depot (333).
Does Escondido have a good school system?
Some of it is, and some of it isn't. Escondido's public education is primarily provided by two school districts. The first, Escondido Union Elementary School District, consists of 26 schools serving about 20,000 students. It was rated better than only 25.1 percent of school districts in California and 8.1 percent of school districts in the country. The second, Escondido Union High School District, was rated better than 87.4 percent of school districts in California and 90.2 percent of school districts in the United States. Its seven schools serve over 9,000 students.
Is Escondido a good place for younger people?
With a population of about 144,000, Escondido is a great place for young people. Located just 35 minutes north of San Diego, Escondido residents have easy access to the southern city's culinary and cultural attractions, as well as being home to many of its own. With two state parks and a national forest to the east, Escondido is also a great place for younger people that enjoy the outdoors, and the ocean. Escondido is located about a half hour east of the Pacific. However, Escondido is a better place for the right-leaning younger set; in 2005, Escondido was ranked #11 out of 25 of the most conservative cities in the United States.

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